Our Hartlepool vs Forest Green Prediction: 1-1
Hartlepool vs Forest Green in the England National League is scheduled for an 14:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday April 18, 2026. A 1-1 draw seems the most likely outcome, and with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS is a solid alternative bet.
This Hartlepool vs Forest Green prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Hartlepool's Last Match – Boreham Wood vs Hartlepool
Hartlepool will be eager to respond after suffering a 0-3 England National League defeat at the hands of Boreham Wood on April 11. In that match, Hartlepool saw 50% of the ball and 1 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Boreham Wood | 50% | 0 (6) | - | 112 |
 Hartlepool | 50% | 0 (1) | - | 51 |
Forest Green's Last Match – Forest Green vs Braintree Town
Forest Green will aim to maintain their momentum following a 3-1 England National League triumph against Braintree Town on April 11. In that match, Forest Green recorded 50% possession and 7 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Forest Green | 50% | 0 (7) | - | 62 |
 Braintree Town | 50% | 0 (3) | - | 60 |
Hartlepool vs Forest Green Stats
Key Stats
| Hartlepool | Forest Green | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.49 | Attacking Strength | 0.94 |
| 0.87 | Defence Strength | 0.93 |
| 1.4 | Points Per Game | 1.9 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 4/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 4/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 0.8 | Average Scored | 2 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Hartlepool are averaging 0.8 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per match, while Forest Green average 2.0 scored and 1.1 conceded per game.
Hartlepool 8-16
Forest Green 20-11
What are the odds for this match?
Hartlepool to win: @3
Draw: @3.5
Forest Green to win: @2.1